Another Great Performance!

The production of Larceny and Old Lace offered another great example of the fantastic talent we have within our school.  Our Carman Collegiate students enjoyed the dress rehearsal on Friday afternoon, before the production was presented to the public on Friday night and Sunday afternoon.  The actors and actresses' hard work preparing was evident in their presentation, the lighting and sound crew had all elements of the show working well, and director Jacquie Metcalf managed to get everyone on cue at the right times.  Well done!
This week the Carman Collegiate Community Theatre is hosting the DCS production of "Little Women" on Friday, March 6 and Saturday, March 7 at 7:30 pm.

Sr. Drama Production is Here!

Friday, February 27 at 7:00pm and 

 Sunday, March 1 at 1:30pm

 

Carman Collegiate Theatre

Director:  Jacquie Metcalf

 

Tickets:  $10.00 adult

$5.00 student

Go Girls! Volunteers Wanted

Women volunteers wanted to lead fun, active, short-term, mentoring sessions with 12-14 year old girls at Carman Collegiate.  “Go Girls! Healthy Bodies Healthy Minds” promotes active living, balanced eating and confidence. 

If interested call Dawn @ 204 857-4397 or email bbbsportage@bigbrothersbigsisters.ca

Young Blood for Life

"New blood! New life! New beginning!" This new beginning starts from a single drop of blood that can give someone a new chance. Blood donation is a very important process of everyone's life. It benefits both donor and receiver in ways that renews the blood in your body and at the same time it could potentially save a life. 

Prior to donating blood, one must have a good meal, stay hydrated, and bring identification to the clinic. It only takes about 8-10 minutes to actually donate the blood, but the entire process takes a lot longer. The only thing a first time donor isn't allowed to drink afterwards is something hot. If you're thinking of donating blood, you can see the full list of restrictions and requirements on the website blood.ca. 

Young blood for life is a group of students that encourage other students to donate blood. Quinton, Bobby, Allen, Kara, and Chelsey started the young blood for life group at Carman Collegiate to promote blood donation to the grade 11-12 students and staff in the school. We, the young blood for life group, would like to inform everyone that on Friday, February 27, 2015, a blood donation clinic will be held at the Carman Community hall from 2-7 pm. A pizza party will be held for the students and staff who donate. We are inviting anyone to come and donate blood. Remember this is for a good cause and your blood could save a life. 

Larceny and Old Lace

The Carman Collegiate Senior Drama is proud to present this year's production of "Larceny and Old Lace", coming to the Carman Collegiate Community Theatre on  Friday February 27 at 7:00 pm and Sunday, March 1 at 1:30 pm.  Tickets are $10 for adults and $5 for students and are available at the door.  Come out and enjoy a great show with our own talented actors.

SET at the U of M

‎Carman Collegiate students attend Science, Engineering and Technology Day at University of Manitoba on Friday, February 20. Students heard from speakers involved in science research on skeletons and birds, in using visual imagery to depict data. They also tried their hand at designing and building chairs constructed out of limited amounts of newspaper and duct tape. They ended the day learning about bridge design and worked with other students to construct a bridge. 

Breeding Canola Plants

Agriculture 30S students had the opportunity to tour the Pioneer-Dupont Greenhouse (south of Carman) on Thursday. As well, students learned how researchers bred canola plants and had the chance to try it out themselves.

INFO DAYS AT THE UNIVERSITY OF MANITOBA, UNIVERSITY OF WINNIPEG AND RED RIVER COLLEGE

Carman Collegiate grade 11 & 12 students experienced an exceptional post-secondary opportunity attending the annual Information Days held at the University of Manitoba, University of Winnipeg and Red River College. On February 17 interested students attend the Red River College and University of Winnipeg. At Red River College students participated in presentations, information sessions, and received information at the Info Booths about the programs offered at RRC. Students highlighted their experience which included an excellent tour of the Culinary Arts professional baking and patisserie and Jane’s restaurant at Paterson Global Foods Institute, Medical Sciences ultra sound and x-ray department, Trades, Creative Arts, Technology, Engineering and Residence tour.
At the University of Winnipeg Info Days students attended an information fair to include all faculties and representatives from each of the faculties, providing the students facts directly from professors, and teachers. Students had the opportunity to attend mini-lectures on the following topics, Admissions, Business and Administration, Chemistry, Psychology, Conflict Resolution Studies, and Urban and Inner-City Studies. Presentations on Admissions and Financial Aid, Faculty of Business and Economics, Faculty of Education, Gupta Faculty of Kinesiology and Applied Kinesiology, Faculty of Science, and Chemistry. Students participated in campus tours of the Science Complex and Buhler Centre, Great West United Health & Rec-plex with indoor artificial turf field and rubberized sprint track.
On February 19, grade 11 & 12 students attended the University of Manitoba Info Days, which included presentations, min-lectures, as well as faculty and campus tours. The Information Village provided the opportunity for students to meet directly with professors, teachers and representative for each Faculty. Presentations and 45- minute tours of faculties were available throughout the day allowing students to experience the entire campus with an excellent learning about the vast post-secondary opportunities. Experiences that were highlighted by students included the Chemistry Magic Show, Medical information session and the Psychology presentation.
INFO DAYS are a fantastic experience for high school students to understand the full extent of opportunities that are offered at post-secondary institutions. A Great 2 Days of Learning!

PRSD Community Consultation Meeting

On Wednesday, February 18, 2015, the Board of Trustees had finalized the 2015 -2016 preliminary operational budget for Prairie Rose School Division. The next step of the process is to present it to the public for feedback prior to its approval at a special Board of Trustees’ meeting on Monday, March 9, 2015.
The Board of Trustees has scheduled a public presentation of the 2015 -2106 operational budget for 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday, February 25, 2015, at Carman Collegiate in the Middle Home Ec. Room (Room 14).
On behalf of the Board of Trustees, we invite members of the school community, our Parent Advisory Councils, and Student Councils to attend the February 25, 2015, meeting.

Carman Collegiate Senior Drama Presents...

Larceny and Old Lace

Friday February 27 at 7:00 pm and Sunday, March 1 at 1:30 pm

Carman Collegiate Community Theatre

Mark it on your calendars!!!  More information next week.

Frank McKinnon named to Order of Canada

Mr. McKinnon with
Athletic Trophy named after
him, Nov. 2013

Former Carman Collegiate principal Frank McKinnon has been named to the Order of Canada.  Mr. McKinnon was the principal of Carman Collegiate from 1964 to 1992.

Mr. McKinnon served as MJHL commissioner for 10 years (1992-2002).  Mr. McKinnon served two decades on the executive of the Manitoba Amateur Hockey Association (now Hockey Manitoba), including five as president in the 1970s. He was also president of the Carman-Dufferin Minor Hockey Association.

 

He also left his mark beyond Manitoba. As a trustee, he helped create the Centennial Cup (now RBC Cup) in 1971. He was a member of the congress of the International Ice Hockey Federation and part of the committee that organized the first IIHF World Junior Championship in 1974.

 

In 1979, Mr. McKinnon became the first chairman of the board of the Canadian Amateur Hockey Association (now Hockey Canada), a post he would hold until 1982. His contributions to growing the game at the grassroots levels weren’t unnoticed. In 1981, he was awarded the Gordon Juckes Award for efforts in developing amateur hockey at the national level. Two years later he was named Hockey Canada’s Volunteer of the Year. He received a third award from Hockey Canada, the Order of Merit, in 1991.

 

Mr. McKinnon also made a difference beyond hockey, serving two years as director of the Sports Federation of Canada and four years as vice-president of the Canadian Olympic Association. In 1993, Mr. McKinnon was named a Life Member of Hockey Canada.

 

He’s also been made a Life Member of the Canadian Junior Hockey League and Hockey Manitoba, and been inducted into the Manitoba Hockey Hall of Fame and Manitoba High Schools Athletic Association Hall of Fame.

Manitoba School Milk Program

Carman Collegiate has received a special "Certificate of Achievement" for having run a successful Milk Program for 30 consecutive years.  Students at our school have daily access to milk.  This achievement recognizes our school's commitment toward the development of a healthier student body.  Carman Collegiate is one of 14 schools throughout the province to be acknowledged for their 30 years of involvement.

Blizzard Fest is Here!!!

Colin Mathieson presents on Thursday
to start BlizzardFest.

Check out the great Blizzard Fest activities in town both today and tomorrow.  Numerous activities for all ages both inside and outside.  For more information on the many different activities, go to http://www.carmanmanitoba.ca/blizzard-fest/. 

Also be sure to check out the Texting and Driving simulator put on by MPI.  Bring your phone and show up at the Carman Community Hall on Saturday between 11:00 am and 3:00 pm.  All ages are welcome to see if they can text and drive safely.

Grade 9 to 12 Report Cards Home Today

Grade 9 to 12 report cards will be emailed home today between 2:30 pm and 3:00 pm.  A paper version will be given to students at the end of the day for them to take home.  The final page of the report has the "Completion of Requirements for Graduation".  Please pay special attention to the "Credits Required for Graduation" and the "Total Credits Earned to Date" columns as these two must equal for compulsory credits. 
Grade 9 students will want the number 1 in the "Total Credits Earned to Date" by the end of the year.  Grade 10 students will want the number 2, grade 11 students the number 3, and grade 12 students the number 4 in that column.  Students must be taking the missing course in this semester in order to achieve their credit requirement by the end of June.  Graduation requires a minimum of 30 credits, of which a minimum of five credits must be at the 30 level and the 40 level.  If you have any questions regarding the information on this page or any others, please feel free to contact us at the school.

RBC Olympian Presenting

We are pleased to welcome RBC Olympian Colin Mathieson to our school on Thursday morning as a start up to the Carman Community BlizzardFest activies.  Colin's message is that achievement comes from recognizing the opportunities around you.   Colin's message focuses on the importance of redefining your capabilities while reminding yourself of those who supported you along the way. 

Colin has competed on the Canadian national team since 1995. Colin has competed in four Paralympic Games 1996,2000,2008, 2012 with a medal in 1996 in the 4x400m relay. In addition to his Paralympic accomplishments he has also won 3 bronze medals from the IPC World Championships (2002, 2013) and a silver medal from the 2006 IPC European Championships in Helsinki. Colin also holds several Canadian Championship titles from 1994-2014.  Colin is from Winnipeg.

Yearbook Deadline is February 2!!!

Yearbooks must be ordered this week in the school office.  We have a February 2 deadline to declare how many books we want printed.  Do not be disappointed, buy your yearbook on Monday.  Cost is $40 and cheques can be made out to Carman Collegiate. 

Second Semester starts February 2

Grade 9 to 12 final exams are complete and the second semester begins on Monday, February 2.  Grade 9 to 12 report cards will be sent home on Friday, February 6.  We plan to email them home at 2:00 pm, and hand out the paper versions at 3:30 pm. 

Ag Days

Students enjoying the view from
one of the many massive combines.

Carman Collegiate Grade 8 students travelled to Brandon on Thursday for the Manitoba Ag Days.  The students were one of many schools to visit the exposition that highlights agricultural production expertise, technology, and equipment that attracts exhibitors and visitors from across Canada and North Central United States.

The day started with the students being given an introduction into the population distribution on the different continents, how many people live in the urban vs the rural areas, percent of land used for agriculture, and the percent of food consumed and produced by the different regions of the world.  The students then headed for the Keystone Centre for the afternoon of finding information.  Students were divided into groups and given questions to answer.  Each group had to answer 20 questions at 20 different locations.  Not only did the students cover a lot of ground, they also learned of the great diversity of occupations connected to agriculture.  A great day was had by all.  Many thanks to our parent volunteers for leading groups through the exhibition centres. 

Carman Students Promoting the Boyne Regional Library

Cover to the promotional video created by the Animation Club

Carman Collegiate animation students have been working on a video for the Boyne Regional Library board.  The intent of the video is to promote the expansion of the library. The proposed expansion would include the addition of more space to allow for more programs to be offered such as children’s activities, meetings and classes. The students also interviewed community leaders and students about the importance of libraries and literacy.  Students involved are:  Allan D, Matthew K, Dawson E, and Jordan P. 

Family Movie Nights

Our Philanthropy Group hosted two movie nights over the last week.  On Thursday, January 15 they hosted the movie "Big Hero 6" and then last night they hosted "Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day".  Almost 150 people came out to the first movie, and about 85 people attended the movie last night.  The "Big Hero 6" turnout was the biggest movie night to date, and gave the Philanthropy Group a great leap on their fundraising campaign for local charities.  Thank you to all for coming out to our movie nights. 

Cougars Win!

The Carman Collegiate Cougar Hockey team captured their home tournament for the first time since 2007, defeating the Mountain Mustangs in a very exciting final Saturday night.  The Cougars came out of the first period tied at a goal each.  In the second period they gave up two before responding and entered the final period down 3 - 2.  The Cougars came into the third period on fire, and scored another four unanswered goals.  Looking to have the game well in hand, the Mustangs came back with two goals in under 20 seconds.  The Cougars were able to finish the game with a late open net goal to capture the tournament title with a 7 to 5 victory.  Scott O led the come back with a pair of third period goals. 

46th Annual Cougar High School Hockey Tournament

Check out the high school hockey action this weekend.  Gold Medal games goes Saturday at 7:00 pm.  Cougars play Friday night at 7:00 pm with hopes of punching their ticket to the gold medal game.

Exams

Grade 9 to 12 Exams are approaching.  The exam schedule for January and June can be viewed at http://carmancollegiate.pbworks.com/w/page/85648873/Exams. 

• Math 40 Provincial Exams take place from January 20 to 22. 
• Grade 9 to 12 school exams take place from January 26 to 29. 
• The last day of regular semester 1 classes is Friday, January 23.
• There is no school on Friday, January 30.
• First day of second semester classes is Monday, February 2.

Grade 7 and 8 students have regular classes throughout the exam period.

 

 

Yearbooks on Sale!

Capture those memories!  2015 Yearbooks are now on sale. The cost is $40. Pay by cheque (Carman Collegiate) or cash at the office. The deadline to order your book is Monday, February 2, 2015. 

Child Fitness Tax Credits

The Child Fitness Tax Credit receipts are available at the office for parent pick up.  The Child Fitness Tax Credit is for any parent who paid a school sport fee in the 2014 calendar year.  If parents wish to call and give permission for their child to pick up their receipt, you are welcome to do that. 

Happy Holidays!

Wishing all a safe and happy holiday season.  Classes resume on Monday, January 5 - Day 1.

Social Media Fitness presentations

Mr. Chris Vollum presented to parents at NPC in Winkler on Wednesday evening and to our grade 7 to 12 students on Thursday morning.  He gave information on the privacy issues of the major social media sites, and shared information on how to protect you reputations and privacy when using these sites.  Very good sessions.  For access to the information documents, go to the Carman Collegiate homepage.  The documents for parents and for students are posted there.

Students on Ice Artic Expedition

Congratulations to Madi S for being accepted into the 2015 Students on Ice Arctic Expedition.  She will have the opportunity to explore the Canadian Artic and Western Greenland this summer along with other students and scientists from around the world.

New AFM Counsellor at Collegiate

Carman Collegiate is pleased to welcome Mrs. Tara Smoker as the newly hired Addictions Foundation of Manitoba (AFM) counsellor.  She is excited to become part of the team of staff at the Collegiate who educate and support students. 
In her role as AFM counsellor, she is available at Carman Collegiate on Tuesdays and Thursdays to provide information and personal support to students and parents in the community.  Students may consider meeting with her if they are recognizing concerns with their own use of alcohol, drugs or gambling, or if they have concerns about the alcohol, drug or gambling use of someone close to them.  Tara's goal is to provide a safe, confidential, and non-judgmental place for youth to identify their values and set goals for themselves.
Youth are faced with many challenges related to their decisions around alcohol and drug use in their increasingly independent social and recreational activities.  By providing education and early prevention through classroom presentations and open office hours, students are provided  an opportunity to consider the risks and impacts of their choices.
Parents who may be looking for information and support in understanding the ways alcohol or drugs
may be impacting their youth are also welcome to contact Tara.
Tara can be reached at 204-745-2810 (direct line and confidential voice mail).  She looks forward to becoming connected with our community.

Grow Canada Conference

Bailey next to Brian Mulroney

This week, Bailey G had the opportunity to attend the premiere agricultural conference "Grow Canada". She was 1 of 3 students across Canada who were chosen to attend the conference in Ottawa from Dec. 2 - 4. The conference featured notable speakers on the topics of optimism and opportunities in agriculture. For Bailey, the conference highlight was meeting former Prime Minister Brian Mulroney. She had the responsibility of summarizing and sharing the "youth perspective" following his presentation.  She attended the conference with Ms. Massinon and they also took the opportunity to visit Parliament Hill and observe a session in the House of Commons.

Social Media presentation this Wednesday and Thursday

Parents, book Wednesday, December 10 - 7:00 pm at the Northlands Parkway Collegiate in Winkler.  This is a must see presentation in this day and age of our children using social media sites on a daily basis.  The presenter, Chris Vollum, requests that parents bring and use their smartphones and tablets to gain new knowledge about the social apps and sites that their kids are using to define their identities, personalities and reputations. .  The presentations goals are to provide clear examples, significant benefits and also risks associated with social sites like Twitter, Instagram, YouTube, Facebook, SnapChat, Tmblr, Vine, Pinterest, and others.  The takeaway is that parents will be educated with a deeper understanding on how to support and discuss benefits (of which there are many) and risks of these sites and apps with their children.
Mr. Vollum will be at Carman Collegiate on Thursday, December 11 at 11:00 am to present to our students.  Students are also invited to bring in their devices for the presentation.